News published on Federal Newswire in September 2023

News from September 2023


There were 11 notices published by the Federal Reserve System in week ending Aug. 19, according to the Federal Register.


Lhamon: 'This resource offers practical guidance to school communities about when federal civil rights laws allow, and sometimes mandate, schools to take actions related to race'

The Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education (ED) released a 15-page "Dear Colleague" letter on Aug. 24 from Catherine E. Lhamon, assistant secretary for civil rights, offering guidance to schools on creating racially inclusive environments while upholding federal legal boundaries.


Border patrol agents fired upon from Mexico: ‘These are the very real dangers our agents face every day on the frontline’

U.S. Border Patrol agents were recently fired upon along the Texas-Mexico border by a suspect shooting from the Mexican side of the border. According to the Border Patrol, this showcases the violence at the border and could be seen as a part of an escalation of violence stemming from Mexican drug cartels.


Grewal: Former N.J. corrections officer 'misappropriated and misused investor money'

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently filed charges against John DeSalvo, a former New Jersey corrections officer, for orchestrating a cryptocurrency fraud scheme that primarily targeted law enforcement personnel.


Cardona:  'I’m looking forward to lifting up great models in education and highlighting how our country benefits when we work together to invest in our children'

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona is embarking on the "Back to School Bus Tour 2023: Raise the Bar" spotlighting innovative education initiatives across multiple states to elevate student learning and achievement.


Austin III: 'The war in Afghanistan is over, but our gratitude to the Americans who fought it is unending'

Two years after the conclusion of the Afghanistan War, divergent narratives emerge as the U.S. honors its fallen heroes while the Taliban celebrates its reclamation of power, touting an "Islamic system" under Sharia law.


Levine: 'The defendants preyed on consumers looking to provide for their families with promises of high returns'

Following a lawsuit by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, a federal court issued a temporary shutdown order for a business opportunity scheme run by Automators, which had attracted $22 million in investments from consumers with false claims of substantial income and profits.


Federal and state financial regulatory agencies issue interagency statement on supervisory practices regarding financial institutions affected by Hurricane Idalia

News Release: The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Federal Reserve Board, the National Credit Union Administration, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and state financial regulators, collectively the agencies, recognize the serious impact of Hurricane Idalia on the customers and operations of ...



E. Donald Elliot: The Case for a More Balanced Approach to Environmental Regulation

E. Donald Elliot is the Florence Rogatz visiting Professor of Law at Yale Law School. His latest book with Dan Estee is “Advanced Introduction to US Environmental Law.”


The third annual “Mexican Cartels and Gangs” summit announced for Nov. 6-10

The "International Summit on Mexican Cartels and Gangs" will take place on Nov. 6 - 10. The event will cover a wide array of topics related to Border violence and crime, and will feature many notable speakers.


HUD Secretary: 'I am pleased to partner with the Federal Communications Commission to close the digital divide and to spread the word about the Affordable Connectivity Program'

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are partnering to raise awareness for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The partnership will streamline the application process for those enrolling in federal housing assistance.


Miller: "The United States is deeply concerned by evolving events in Gabon."

Amid global concern, the U.S. strongly condemns the recent military coup in Gabon that has placed President Ali Bongo Ondimba under house arrest, calling for the restoration of civilian rule and respect for human rights.


Grippo: 'Lawyers often have access to sensitive and confidential information about their law firms’ public company clients'

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently brought insider trading charges against Romero Cabral da Costa Neto, who allegedly engaged in trading activities based on confidential information during his tenure as a visiting attorney at a global law firm.